Project Planning Coordinator
Location
Derby (Full‑time, on‑site)
Salary
£30,000 – £32,000 basic salary (potential flexibility for an outstanding candidate)
Situation
Ford & Stanley are partnered with a dynamic and expanding engineering company recognised across the UK for delivering high‑quality rail vehicle maintenance, overhaul, and technical services. With a reputation built on reliability, innovation, and customer focus, the business continues to grow and invest in its future.
Following its recent move into much larger, historical premises in Derby, the company is strengthening its planning function to support complex bogie overhaul programmes. The Project Planning Coordinator role has been created to ensure projects are forecasted, scheduled, and delivered with precision, supporting both operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
Opportunity
• Be part of a growing company with clear opportunities for career progression within the organisation
• Benefit from training and development, as the client is committed to investing in its people
• Work in a role that reports directly into a supportive manager, ensuring guidance and mentorship from day one
• Contribute to a business that values innovation, reliability, and long‑term growth in the rail industry
Candidate Specifications
Essential
Must have experience in rail, production, manufacturing or logistics planning environments
Strong organisational and scheduling skills
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Ability to communicate effectively across technical and operational teams
Attention to detail and commitment to safety and compliance
Desirable
Experience in planning or coordinating engineering/maintenance projects
Knowledge of bogie overhaul processes and standards
Project management qualification or training (e.g., PRINCE2, APM)